Kodak Demonstrates Power of New Transparent Conductive Films with Multi-Touch Technology

Azoteq becomes the first company to integrate Kodak PEDOT technology with a capacitive touch screen controller

IQS550

Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said

Austin, TX (PRWEB) January 31, 2013

The Commercial Films Group of Eastman Kodak Company and Azoteq – a world leader in capacitive proximity solutions – have announced a breakthrough capacitive touch screen technology that incorporates a new two-sided transparent conductive film manufactured by Kodak and a touch screen controller manufactured by Azoteq for use in a variety of touch screen and signage applications.

The transparent touch screen sensor utilitizes Kodak’s PEDOT conductive polymer film, marking a change in the way touch screen displays for handsets and tablet devices are manufactured. The Azoteq IQS550 Capacitive Touch Screen Controller is the first touch controller capable of interfacing with PEDOT sensors.

"Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said. “In addition the patterning is completely invisible to the naked eye and can be manufactured as a two-sided sensor that significantly reduces cost.”

“The IQS550 platform represents a milestone in flexibility for Azoteq,” added, Dr. Frederick Bruwer. “Azoteq will offer the IQS550 Touch Screen Controller as the first configuration with other products from the same platform coming to market shortly.”

The transparent projected capacitive sensor used with the IQS550 is constructed with Kodak HCF-225 Film/ESTAR™ Base and features conductive layers on each side of the film – to save on both thickness and cost.

"Azoteq selected the Kodak PEDOT film for touch screens and trackpads because it offers high transmissivity and the ability to be formed into unique sensors,” Dr. Frederick Bruwer, Azoteq CEO said. “In addition the patterning is completely invisible to the naked eye and can be manufactured as a two-sided sensor that significantly reduces cost.”
“The IQS550 platform represents a milestone in flexibility for Azoteq,” added Dr. Bruwer. “Azoteq will offer the IQS550 Touch Screen Controller as the first configuration with other products from the same platform coming to market shortly.”

“Printed electronics is a developing capability that will provide new possibilities for device makers like Azoteq,” said Tom Brennan, Product Line Manager, Aerial & Industrial Markets for Kodak. “The superior flexibility and durability of the PEDOT-based films are a great example of how new technology will expand the world of printed electronics.”
Dr Ron Lubianez, Global Sales Manager at Heraeus commented: “optimized Clevios™ highly conductive polymers have permitted new applications in touch technologies that were unthinkable only a few years ago. Now printable and patternable technology is available at an economic price.”
The Azoteq IQS550 will be featured at the Flexible & Printed Electronics Conference and Exhibition (FlexTech Alliance) Phoenix, AZ., January 29 – February 1st (Heraeus Booth #35).
At FlexTech, Dr Lubianez, from Heraeus will also present at the conference, “Conductive Polymer Films and Invisible Patterning Techniques for Transparent Electrode Applications” during which the IQS550 Controller will be demonstrated.
The IQS550 can also be seen at the IPC APEX Expo, February 19-21st in San Diego, CA. (Kodak Booth #3040).

About Kodak
As the world’s foremost imaging innovator, Kodak helps consumers, businesses, and creative professionals unleash the power of pictures and printing to enrich their lives and businesses. Kodak's Industrial Materials Group offers a portfolio of functional films that enable customers in the electronic, optical and related industrial markets bring tomorrow’s ideas to market today. For more information, visit http://www.kodak.com/go/img.

About Azoteq
Azoteq is the world leader in capacitive proximity solutions for switches, sliders, scroll wheels and touch screens in consumer and industrial applications. Azoteq has design and manufacturing centers in South Africa and China. Azoteq has sales offices and distributors in South Africa, Asia, Europe and the USA.
http://www.azoteq.com

About Heraeus
Heraeus, the precious metals and technology group headquartered in Hanau, Germany, is a global, private company with more than 160 years of tradition. Our fields of competence include precious metals, materials, and technologies, sensors, biomaterials, and medical products, as well as dental products, quartz glass, and specialty light sources. With product revenues of €4.8 billion and precious metal trading revenues of €21.3 billion, as well as more than 13,300 employees in over 120 subsidiaries worldwide, Heraeus holds a leading position in its global markets. Visit the Conductive Polymers Division of Heraeus at http://www.clevios.com